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Vivek Sharma is an Adjunct Professor of Data Sciences at the University of Southern California. He specializes in driving growth through Artificial Intelligence (AI), data science, and digital transformation. Vivek is a Senior Advisor at Advent, a global private equity firm managing $90 billion in assets, providing counsel to the boards of notable organizations such as Kaiser Permanente and JetBlue Airways. As co-founder and CEO of InStride, an EdTech company launched in 2019, he led the company to profitability and partnered with major corporations to alleviate a total of $630 million in potential student debt for employees. With a strong background in digital experience, Vivek previously served as Senior Vice President at The Walt Disney Company, overseeing a $10 billion online business. His early career included leadership roles at Yahoo and McKinsey & Company. Vivek holds a degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, and an MBA from INSEAD in France.
University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA
Teaching Data Sciences to graduate students, focusing on digital transformation and AI.
InStride • Los Angeles, CA
Led an EdTech company specializing in partnerships with corporations to provide educational opportunities.
The Walt Disney Company • Burbank, CA
Oversaw $10 billion in online business, improving digital guest experiences across Disney's global parks.
Yahoo •
Managed Yahoo Mail & Messenger.
Yahoo •
Led search initiatives for Yahoo.
McKinsey & Company •
Provided consultancy services and strategic advice to leading organizations.
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